Serving 223 students in grades 3-5, East Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#784 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
91%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #784 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
223 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of East Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Greenwood-Leflore Consolidated School District.
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